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Lorenzo Insigne: Career, Net Worth, Awards & Family

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Lorenzo Insigne Bio
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Lorenzo Insigne is known as "Lorenzo Il Magnifico", which translates to "Lorenzo the Magnificent", a reference to the Renaissance ruler Lorenzo de' Medici. He earned this nickname for his talent and skill on the pitch, mainly playing for Napoli. Victory being an integral part of his football career, Insigne has played in many major competitions for club teams and for his nation.

His most recent team was the MLS outfit Toronto FC, but according to the latest reports, his contract with the club has been terminated in a mutual agreement, and he is now open to offers from other clubs. Insigne played 13 games for the club, scoring one goal and three assists. He is a determined player who has witnessed success many times, yet still has a lot to achieve.

Who is Lorenzo Insigne?

Lorenzo was born on June 04, 1991. Despite facing financial challenges in his childhood days, his family supported him to pursue a football career. He has come so far, making his family proud and his nation proud with his contributions to Italy and his club teams. The young boy who once had a dream to play professional football is a game-changer now. Lorenzo Insigne age is 34. He is a very creative player with extraordinary skills.

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Full NameLorenzo Insigne
Date of BirthJune 04, 1991
Place of BirthNapoli, Italy
CountryItaly
PositionLeft Winger
Current ClubToronto FC (last club)
National TeamItaly
Jersey No.24
Age34
Height5ft 4in
ParentsCarmine Insigne and Patrizia Insigne
Lorenzo Insigne Bio

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Lorenzo Insigne Net Worth

The Italian player has had a very successful career thus far, amassing a substantial amount of money. There are no official reports about Lorenzo Insigne net worth. His estimated net worth, however, is around £62,972,000, according to Salary Sport.

Lorenzo Insigne Salary

The left winger was on a contract with Toronto FC that expired on Jun 30, 2026. He used to earn an estimated gross per week of $144,231 and a base salary of $7,500,000, excluding bonuses for the 2025 season. The player has career gross earnings of approximately $92,509,468. Lorenzo Insigne Salary is a good amount, and soon, when he joins another club, he could earn more.

YearWeekly SalaryAnnual Salary
2023-2026$144,231$7,500,000
2022$269,231$14,000,000
2018-2022$185,618$9,652,117
Lorenzo Insigne Salary

Lorenzo Insigne Playing Style and Strengths

The thirty-four-year-old has an abundance of experience playing the beautiful game. Insigne is a right-footed left-winger who also plays as a second striker. His creativity is awe-inspiring; his ability to control the ball and create opportunities to score goals is second to none. He is one of the best dribblers, who can easily take on and beat defenders. His low centre of gravity and quick feet help him balance well and control possession.

Apart from being a good playmaker, Insigne is also known for his accurate free kicks. He performs well in tight spaces and is a player who has good tactical awareness. With the knowledge and skills he has developed over the past years, Insigne has become an asset for any team he plays for.

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Lorenzo Insigne Family and Early Life

Lorenzo Insigne
Image Credits: Official X Account of Toronto FC/@TorontoFC

Insigne had a tough time during his formative years, growing up in a working-class family where they always faced financial crisis, and his parents sometimes relied on his grandparents for support. His father worked various jobs, and it was not an easy childhood for Lorenzo. His mother noticed his interest in football, and slowly but surely, Insigne started to dream about making it big in the sport. He soon realised his aim in life, which was to become a professional footballer, and he began to work for it. Lorenzo Insigne Family did all they could to support his dreams.

Who is Lorenzo Insigne Wife?

Lorenzo Insigne wife is Genoveffa Darone, often referred to as Jenny. They married in 2012 and have two children together. His wife is very supportive of his career. Even though he is a player who focuses highly on matches, Insigne is still a family-oriented person.

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Lorenzo Insigne Career

Insigne's football journey started when he joined the youth team of SSC Napoli. He played for three other teams - Cavese, Foggia and Pescara before joining Toronto FC in 2022. He spent most of his career with SSC Napoli, a total of 16 years, and also served as captain for the club. Now, on a mutual agreement, his contract has been terminated with Toronto FC.

Overall, with every team he has been with, Insigne has performed to the best of his abilities. He also served the Italian National Team, participating in many major matches. In Lorenzo Insigne career, he gained a lot of experience from both club and national games. Coming this far as a professional footballer is a dream come true for him, a dream he saw in his childhood days.

Club Career

The fan-favourite player made his professional debut for Napoli in Serie A in 2010 at the age of 19. Lorenzo played in 434 matches for Napoli and scored 122 goals. Cavese is the only team he hasn't scored any goals for, despite playing 10 matches. He scored a total of 200 goals and 129 assists in his club career with 632 appearances.

Insigne began his club career with Napoli's youth team, playing for their Under-17 and Under-19 teams before making his debut in the senior team. When Insigne was part of Napoli, they won the Italian Cup twice and the Italian Super Cup and even participated in the Champions League and Europa League multiple times. Undoubtedly, he has contributed in a large way to the clubs he played for.

Club AppearancesGoalsAssists
Toronto FC761916
SSC Napoli43412295
Delfino Pescara 1936382013
Calcio Foggia 192034195
Cavese 191910
Napoli Primavera4020
Lorenzo Insigne Club Career

International Career

Insigne has made the nation proud on several occasions with his impressive performances. He represented the Italian National Team at the Under-20, Under-21 and Senior levels. He made his senior debut in 2012, with his last appearance for Italy coming on March 24, 2022. His last match was a loss against North Macedonia in the World Cup qualification Playoffs. He has scored 10 goals from 54 appearances in his senior matches. Insigne was part of the Italian team which won the European Championship title.

YearAppearancesGoals
2012-2022 - Italy5410
2011 - Italy U21157
2010 - Italy U20 51
Lorenzo Insigne's International Career

Lorenzo Insigne Awards and Achievements

Lorenzo Insigne
Image Credits: Official X Account of Toronto FC/@TorontoFC

A player who reached every higher level in football, that is, Lorenzo. He achieved many more things than awards and honours, he was the fans' and coaches' favourite player. He participated in many big competitions and contributed when they won the trophies.

YearAwards and Achievements
2010/11Top Goal Scorer - Coppa Italia Lega Pro - 7 Goals
2011/12Striker of the Year - Delfino Pescara 1936
2013/14Top Goal Scorer - Italy Cup - 3 Goals
Lorenzo Insigne Awards and Achievements

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FAQs

How old is Lorenzo Insigne?

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Lorenzo is 34 years old as of July 2, 2025.

In which position does Lorenzo Insigne play?

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Lorenzo is a Left Winger; he also plays as a second striker.

  Lorenzo Insigne plays for which country?

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Lorenzo Insigne plays for Italy. 

Where was Lorenzo Insigne born?

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Lorenzo was born in Napoli, Italy.

Does Lorenzo Insigne have a wife?

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Lorenzo Insigne is married to Genoveffa Darone. 

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